1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2525 mm |
